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SLK

Operator’s Manual

Summary of Contents for 2000 SLK-Class

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Page 3: ...ship and for your safety and that of your passengers we ask you to make a small investment of your time Please read this manual carefully before putting it aside Then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference Please abide by the recommendations contained in this manual They are designed to acquaint you with the operation of your Mercedes Benz Please abide by the warnings ...

Page 4: ...alarm 37 Seats 38 Seat heater 42 Seat belts and integrated restraint system 44 Seat belts 44 Seat belt nonusage warning system 45 BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system 50 Self test BabySmartTM without special child seat installed 51 Supplemental restraint system SRS 51 Emergency tensioning retractor ETR 52 Airbags 52 Safety guidelines for the seat belt emergency tensioning retractor and airbag 59...

Page 5: ...aintenance 129 Tele Aid 130 Catalytic converter 138 Emission control 139 Steering lock 140 Starting and turning off the engine 142 Manual transmission 143 Automatic transmission 144 Parking brake 153 Driving instructions 154 Drive sensibly Save Fuel 154 Drinking and driving 154 Pedals 154 Power assistance 155 Brakes 155 Driving off 156 Parking 156 Tires 157 Snow chains 160 Winter driving instructi...

Page 6: ...ystem fluid level warning lamp 183 Low engine oil level warning lamp 184 Charge indicator lamp 184 Exterior lamp failure indicator lamp 185 Additional function indicator lamps in the odometer display 185 Malfunction and indicator lamp in the center console 185 AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp 185 Practical hints First aid kit 188 Stowing things in the vehicle 188 Fuses 188 Hood 190 Automatic transmission...

Page 7: ... washing 236 Headlamps taillamps turn signal lenses 237 Window cleaning 237 Rear window cleaning 237 Wiper blades 238 Light alloy wheels 238 Instrument cluster 238 Steering wheel and gear selector lever 239 Cup holder 239 Hard plastic trim items 239 Plastic and rubber parts 239 Headliner and shelf behind roll bars 239 Upholstery 239 Seat belts 240 Technical data Spare parts service 242 Warranty co...

Page 8: ...other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them even if in individual cases an official approval or authorization by governmental or other agencies should exist Use of such parts and accessories could adversely affect the safety performance or reliability of your vehicle Please do not use them Mercedes Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us ...

Page 9: ...nty Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual Therefore you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle If you have any questions about the operation of any equipment your authorized Mercedes Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures Service and warranty information The Service and Warranty Information Booklet con...

Page 10: ...f substantial nonconformities for a cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days or 2 the same substantial non conformity has been subject to repair four or more times and you have at least once directly notified us in writing of the need to repair the non conformity and have given us an opportunity to perform the repair ourselves Notifications should be sent to the nearest Mercedes Benz Regiona...

Page 11: ...our address be sure to send in the Change of Address Notice found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet or simply call the Mercedes Benz Client Assistance Center in the USA at 1 800 FOR MERCedes or Customer Service in Canada at 1 800 387 0100 It is in your own interest that we can contact you should the need arise If you sell your Mercedes please leave all literature with the vehicle to ...

Page 12: ...ls will damage the catalysts gasoline may have a considerably lower octane rating and improper fuel can cause engine damage Certain Mercedes Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program For details consult your authorized Mercedes Benz Center or write to In the USA In Canada Mercedes Benz USA LLC European Delivery Department One Mercedes Drive Montvale NJ 07...

Page 13: ...d in this manual including operating instructions wherever necessary Since they are special order items the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operator s Manual your authorized Mercedes Benz Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedu...

Page 14: ...strument cluster with brief instructions Practical hints Assistance and instructions in the event of an emergency Car care Instructions on caring for your vehicle Technical data All the important technical data for your vehicle as well as consumer information such as fuels coolants lubricants etc is contained here Index Key terms to help you find a topic quickly Other documents may also be supplie...

Page 15: ...ave the problem diagnosed and corrected if required If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction please discuss the problem with the Mercedes Benz Center management or if necessary contact us at the following addresses In the USA Client Assistance Center Mercedes Benz USA LLC One Mercedes Drive Montvale NJ 07645 0350 In Canada Customer Relations Department Mercedes Benz Canada Inc 849 Eglinto...

Page 16: ...tration NHTSA in addition to notifying Mercedes Benz USA LLC If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Mercedes Benz USA LLC To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Ho...

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Page 18: ...and controls Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Instruments and controls Instruments and controls 16 Center console 18 Overhead control panel 19 ...

Page 19: ...16 Instruments and controls Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Instruments and controls ...

Page 20: ...gnition starter switch see page 140 12 Voice recognition system switch see separate operating instructions 13 Cup holder see page 112 14 Center air outlets adjustable 15 Air volume control for center air outlets 16 Climate control see page 84 Rear window defroster switch 17 Glove box illuminated with key in steering lock position 1 or 2 see page 112 18 Audio system see page 91 19 Hazard warning fl...

Page 22: ...ment cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Overhead control panel 1 Hands free microphone for Tele Aid telephone and voice recognition system 2 Interior lighting see page 110 3 Tele Aid emergency call system see page 130 4 Garage door opener see page 117 5 Rear view mirror see page 65 ...

Page 23: ...ystem 35 Tow away alarm 37 Seats 38 Seat heater 42 Seat belts and integrated restraint system 44 Seat belts 44 Seat belt nonusage warning system 45 BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system 50 Self test BabySmartTM without special child seat installed 51 Supplemental restraint system SRS 51 Emergency tensioning retractor ETR 52 Airbags 52 Safety guidelines for the seat belt emergency tensioning retra...

Page 24: ... Audio and telephone operation 91 Power windows 109 Interior lighting 110 Night security illumination 110 Sun visors with Vanity Mirror 111 Interior 111 Cup holder and glove box 112 Storage compartments 113 Ashtrays 114 Coin Holder 114 Lighter 115 Parcel net in passenger footwell 116 Shelf behind roll bars 116 Cellular telephone 116 Garage door opener 117 Retractable hardtop 120 Wind screen 125 Lu...

Page 25: ...olding master key The remote control operates all locks on the vehicle To release the key press button 1 The key unfolds from the holder by itself The transmitter for the remote control is located in the key holder Warning When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the steering lock and lock your vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle...

Page 26: ...love box lock The flat key 2 fits all locks on the vehicle Notes Do not give the master key to an unauthorized person We recommend that you carry the flat key with you and keep it in a safe place e g your wallet so that it is always handy Never leave the flat key in the vehicle Obtaining replacement keys Your vehicle is equipped with a theft deterrent locking system requiring a special key manufac...

Page 27: ...ock out Note In case the engine cannot be started and Á and î are shown in the odometer display field the system is not operational Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call 1 800 FOR MERCedes in the USA or 1 800 387 0100 in Canada General notes on the central locking system If the key in the steering lock is in position 2 the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with the remote control I...

Page 28: ... operational range of the remote control it could be possible to unintentionally lock or unlock the vehicle by pressing the transmit button The vehicle doors trunk storage compartment in armrest and fuel filler flap can be centrally locked and unlocked via remote control 1 Transmit button Locking Œ Unlocking 2 PANIC button 3 Release button for master key 4 Transmitter eye and lamp for battery chec...

Page 29: ...ly be determined by unlocking the vehicle with the remote control see below for changing mode If within 40 seconds of unlocking with the remote control neither door is opened the key is not inserted in the steering lock or the central locking switch is not activated the vehicle will automatically lock Locking Press transmit button once All turn signal lamps blink three times to indicate that the v...

Page 30: ...minutes To deactivate press button 1 again or turn key in steering lock to position 2 Note For operation in the USA only This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any unauthor...

Page 31: ...al door from inside Push lock button down to lock Pull inside door handle to unlock The entire vehicle may be locked or unlocked by either using the master key in driver s door or trunk locks or central locking switch located in center console The master key also locks or unlocks the storage compartment in the armrest and the fuel filler flap Note If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened see page ...

Page 32: ...th the respective door lock button the driver s door can only be locked when it is closed If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside only the door being opened from the inside will unlock and the alarm will come on The other door the trunk the storage compartment in armrest and fuel filler flap remain locked Notes In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the doors can...

Page 33: ... remote control or key the doors and trunk cannot be unlocked with the central locking switch If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch while in the selective remote control mode only the door opened from the inside is unlocked If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch while in the global remote control mode the complete vehicle is unlocked whe...

Page 34: ...Notes If doors are unlocked with the central locking switch after activating the automatic central locking and neither door is opened then the doors remain unlocked even at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph 15 km h or more If a door is opened from the inside at speeds of approximately 9 mph 15 km h or less with the automatic central locking activated the door will again be automatically locked...

Page 35: ... in case of accident The doors unlock automatically a short time after a strong deceleration is detected such as in a collision this is intended to aid rescue and exit However the key must still be in the steering lock Driving on rough roads may cause the vehicle to unlock If necessary the vehicle can be locked again with the central locking switch see page 30 ...

Page 36: ...y Practical hints Car care Index Trunk The lock is located next to the recessed handle 0 Neutral position remove key in this position 1 Unlocking Now open trunk using recessed handle 4 2 Locking complete vehicle 3 Lock 4 Recessed handle Pull handle to open the trunk lid 1 0 2 P72 20 2045 26 P88 50 2065 26 4 3 ...

Page 37: ...member to keep your fingers out of the space between the lid and the vehicle Notes In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the trunk can be locked and unlocked individually To lock turn key to position 2 To unlock turn key to position 1 If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened see page 232 Important Do not place key inside trunk since trunk is locked when the lid is closed if the ve...

Page 38: ...se for trunk lid The handle for the trunk lid lock emergency release is located in the trunk lid To open lid pull lever 1 in direction of arrow Note The antitheft alarm system is triggered when opening the trunk from inside if vehicle was previously centrally locked Antitheft alarm system 1 Indicator lamp in switch located on center console 1 P54 25 2226 26 ...

Page 39: ...ens the hood opens the glove box attempts to raise the vehicle The alarm will last approximately 3 minutes in form of flashing exterior lamps At the same time an alarm will sound for 30 seconds The alarm will stay on even if the activating element a door for example is immediately closed If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds an emergency call is initiated automatically See Tele Aid on pag...

Page 40: ...cancel the alarm insert the key in the steering lock or press transmit button Œ or on the key If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds an emergency call is initiated automatically See Tele Aid on page 130 To prevent triggering the tow away alarm feature switch off the tow away alarm before towing the vehicle or when parking on a surface subject to movement such as a ferry or auto train To do...

Page 41: ...hicle Never place hands under seat or near any moving parts while a seat is being adjusted For your protection drive only with properly positioned head restraints Adjust head restraint to support the back of the head approximately at ear level Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident When leaving the vehicle a...

Page 42: ...ed 2 Seat adjustment fore aft Press the switch fore aft direction until a comfortable seating position is reached that still allows you to reach the accelerator brake pedal safely The position should be as far rearward as possible consistent with ability to properly operate controls 3 Seat cushion tilt Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until your legs are lightly supported 4 Backrest ...

Page 43: ...t to its highest position Push button 6 and pull head restraint out Installation Insert the head restraint and push it down to the stop Adjust head restraint to the desired position Caution Do not remove head restraints except when mounting seat covers Whenever restraints have been removed be sure to reinstall them before driving P91 16 2052 26 6 5 Warning For your protection drive only with prope...

Page 44: ...ag section for proper seat positioning In addition also adjust the steering wheel to ensure adequate control reach operation and comfort Both the inside and outside rear view mirrors should be adjusted for adequate rearward vision Fasten seat belts Infants and small children should be seated in a properly secured restraint system that complies with U S Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 and...

Page 45: ... heating mode One indicator lamp in the switch lights up 2 Rapid seat heating mode Both indicator lamps in the switch light up After approximately 5 minutes in the rapid seat heating mode the seat heater automatically switches to normal operation and only one indicator lamp will stay on Turning off seat heater If one indicator lamp is on press upper half of switch If both indicator lamps are on pr...

Page 46: ...an necessary The seat heaters may automatically switch off if too many power consumers are switched on at the same time or if the battery charge is low When this occurs the indicator lamp in the switch will blink both indicator lamps blink during rapid seat heating mode The seat heaters will switch on again automatically as soon as sufficient voltage is available If the blinking of the indicator l...

Page 47: ...ulder belt For your safety and that of your passenger we strongly recommend their use Note For cleaning and care of the seat belts see page 240 Warning Children 12 years old and under must never ride in this vehicle except in a Mercedes Benz authorized BabySmartTM compatible child seat which operates with the BabySmartTM system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger front airbag when...

Page 48: ...everity in an accident You and your passenger should always wear seat belts If you are ever in an accident your injuries can be considerably more severe without your seat belt properly buckled Without your seat belt buckled you are much more likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash the possibility for injury or death i...

Page 49: ... Release button Push latch plate 1 into buckle 2 until it clicks Do not twist the belt A twisted seat belt may cause injury To help avoid severe or fatal injuries the lap belt should be positioned as low as possible on your hips and not across the abdomen P91 40 2058 26 1 3 2 Warning Always fasten your seat belt before driving off Always make sure your passenger is properly restrained ...

Page 50: ...belt must be pulled snug and checked for snugness immediately after attaching it Adjust seat belt so that shoulder portion is located as close as possible to the middle of your shoulder it should not touch the neck Caution For safety reasons avoid adjusting the seat or seat back into positions which could affect the correct seat belt positioning Note For cleaning and care of the seat belts see cle...

Page 51: ...Seat belts can only work when used properly Never wear seat belts in any other way than as described in this section as that could result in serious injuries in case of an accident Each occupant should wear their seat belt at all times because seat belts help reduce the likelihood of and potential severity of injuries in accidents including rollovers The integrated restraint system includes SRS dr...

Page 52: ...ould increase the chance of head and neck injuries The belt would also apply too much force to the ribs or abdomen which could severely injure internal organs such as your liver or spleen Each seat belt must never be used for more than one person at a time Do not fasten a seat belt around a person and another person or other objects Belts should not be worn twisted In a crash you wouldn t have the...

Page 53: ...stalled Otherwise they will be struck by the airbag when it inflates in a crash If this happens serious or fatal injury will result Infants and small children must be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system which is properly secured with the vehicle s seat belt fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer s instructions A child s risk of serious or fatal injuries is signi...

Page 54: ...ds and then extinguishes If the indicator lamp should not come on or is continuously lit the system is not functioning You must see an authorized Mercedes Benz Center before seating any child on the passenger seat BabySmartTM is a trademark of Siemens Automotive Corp Warning The BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system will ONLY work with a special child seat designed to operate with it It will not ...

Page 55: ...and passenger systems operate independently of each other Emergency tensioning retractor ETR The seat belts are equipped with emergency tensioning retractors These tensioning retractors are located in each belt s inertia reel and become operationally ready with the key in steering lock position 1 or 2 The emergency tensioning retractors are designed to activate only when the seat belts are fastene...

Page 57: ...mpacts exceeding preset thresholds Door mounted side impact airbags can provide increased protection to belted occupants on the impacted side of the vehicle in side impacts exceeding its preset thresholds The operational readiness of the airbag system is verified by the indicator lamp SRS in the instrument cluster when turning the key in steering lock to position 2 If no fault is detected the lamp...

Page 58: ...er the indicator lamp has gone out following the initial check interruptions or short circuits in the airbag ignition circuit and in the driver and passenger seat belt buckle harnesses and low voltage in the entire system are detected and indicated Have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center immediately Warning In the event a malfunction of the SRS is indicated as outlined abov...

Page 59: ...an cause the passenger front airbag to deploy in a crash Side impact airbags The side impact airbags are designed to activate only in certain side impacts exceeding a preset threshold Only the side impact airbag on the impacted side of the vehicle deploys The side impact airbag for the passenger deploys only if the passenger seat is occupied Side impact airbags operate best in conjunction with a p...

Page 60: ...l not be activated The driver and passenger will then be protected by the fastened seat belts We caution you not to rely on the presence of the airbags in order to avoid wearing your seat belt Warning Airbags are designed to reduce the potential of injury in certain frontal front airbags impacts and side side impact airbags impacts which may cause significant injuries however no system available t...

Page 61: ...and force a proper seating and hands on steering wheel position will help to keep you at a safe distance from the airbag Occupants who are unbelted out of position or too close to the airbag can be seriously injured by an airbag as it inflates with great force in the blink of an eye Sit properly belted in an upright position with your back against the backrest Adjust the driver s seat as far as po...

Page 62: ...severe or fatal injuries to you or other occupants Warning Should you choose to place a child 12 years old or under in the front passenger seat of your vehicle you must properly use a BabySmartTM child restraint A BabySmartTM child restraint will turn off the passenger side front airbag BabySmartTM will not however turn off the side impact airbag It should be noted that there is a possibility for ...

Page 63: ... that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked Use only belts installed or supplied by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Airbags and ETR s are designed to function on a one time only basis An airbag or emergency tensioning retractor ETR that was activated must be replaced Do not pass belts over sharp edges Do not make any modification th...

Page 64: ...d removal can lead to possible injury through an unintended activation of the SRS In addition through improper work there is the risk of rendering the SRS inoperative or causing unintended airbag deployment Work on the SRS must therefore only be performed by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center For your protection and the protection of others when scrapping the airbag unit or emergency tensioning re...

Page 65: ...tract completely The seat belt can again be used in the usual manner BabySmartTM is a trademark of Siemens Automotive Corp Important The use of infant or child restraints is required by law in all 50 states and all Canadian provinces Infants and small children should be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system properly secured by a lap shoulder belt and that complies with U S Fede...

Page 66: ...Infants and small children must be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system which is properly secured with the vehicle s seat belt fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer s instructions Infants and small children should never share a seat belt with another occupant During an accident they could be crushed between the occupant and seat belt Children too big for child r...

Page 67: ...uster goes out Important With the key in steering lock position 2 the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on It should go out when the engine is running If the indicator lamp does not go out after starting the engine the adjustable steering column is not locked properly Do not drive the vehicle until you have properly locked the steering column AUDIO TEL AUDIO TEL 1 AUDIO TEL AUDIO TEL ...

Page 68: ...ight sensitivity With gear selector lever manual transmission gearshift lever in position R or with the interior lamp switched on the mirror brightness does not respond to changes in light sensitivity Note The automatic antiglare function does not react if incoming light is not aimed directly at sensors in the mirror Warning In the case of an accident liquid electrolyte may escape the mirror housi...

Page 69: ... side Notes The exterior mirrors have electrically heated glass The heater switches on automatically depending on outside temperature If an exterior mirror housing is forcibly pivoted from its normal position it must be repositioned by applying firm pressure until it snaps into place Warning Exercise care when using the passenger side mirror The passenger side exterior mirror is convex outwardly c...

Page 70: ...he driver s side mirror brightness does not respond to changes in light sensitivity Important Electrolyte drops coming into contact with the vehicle paint finish can only be completely removed while in their liquid state by applying plenty of water Warning In the case of an accident liquid electrolyte may escape the mirror housing when the mirror glass breaks Electrolyte has an irritating effect D...

Page 71: ...68 Instrument cluster Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Instrument cluster ...

Page 72: ...ip odometer and for Flexible service system FSS indicator see pages 72 74 and 75 5 Left turn signal indicator lamp see combination switch on page 81 6 Electronic stability program ESP warning lamp system is adjusting to road conditions see page 181 7 Right turn signal indicator lamp see combination switch on page 81 8 Speedometer 9 Trip odometer see page 74 10 Main odometer Flexible service system...

Page 73: ...ee page 183 Coolant level low see page 183 Engine oil level low see page 184 Brake pads worn down see page 180 Battery not being charged properly see page 184 Exterior lamp failure see page 185 Telescoping steering column not locked see page 182 SRS malfunction see page 180 Engine malfunction indicator lamp If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on when the engine is running it indicates a malfun...

Page 74: ...ervice A see page 75 FSS indicator distance Service B see page 75 FSS indicator days Service A see page 75 FSS indicator days Service B see page 75 The symbols appear in the main odometer display field prior to the next suggested service Depending on operating conditions throughout the year the next service is calculated and displayed in days or distance remaining See page 75 for notes on the flex...

Page 75: ...t cluster is activated by Opening the door Pressing button 1 on the instrument cluster Turning the key in steering lock to position 2 Instrument lamps Rotate adjusting knob 1 to vary intensity of instrument lamps Display illumination Press adjusting knob 1 to briefly illuminate the display with key removed or in steering lock position 0 or 1 P54 30 2722 26 mph x 100 0 1 P54 30 3042 26 ...

Page 76: ... thermometer placed next to the sensor not by comparison to external displays e g bank signs etc Adaptation to ambient temperature takes place in steps and depends on the prevailing driving conditions stop and go or moderate constant driving and amount of temperature change Warning Driving when your engine is badly overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment ...

Page 77: ...osition 0 or 1 Clock Adjusting clock Hour Pull out knob 2 and turn it to the left Minute Pull out knob 2 and turn it to the right Tachometer The red marking on tachometer denotes excessive engine speed Avoid this engine speed as it may result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty To help protect the engine the fuel supply is interrupted if the engine is...

Page 78: ...vice to be performed 9 Service A Service B The message is displayed for approximately 10 seconds when turning the key in steering lock to position 2 or while driving when reaching the service warning threshold It can be canceled manually by pressing button 1 Once the suggested term has passed the message plus symbol 9 or preceded by a minus symbol blinks for approximately 30 seconds and a signal s...

Page 79: ...t have a Mercedes Benz Center correct it Note When disconnecting vehicle battery for one or more days at a time such days will not be counted Any such days not counted by FSS can be added by your Mercedes Benz Center The interval between services is determined by the kind of vehicle operation Driving at extreme speeds and cold starts combined with short distance driving in which the engine does no...

Page 80: ... L If the message 2 0 Q Canada 2 0 L blinks and a signal sounds add oil to upper max mark of the dipstick HI The message HI blinks and a signal sounds Do not overfill the engine Excessive oil must be drained or siphoned It could cause damage to engine and catalytic converter not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty The symbol I flashes in the odometer display field if a proper oil level c...

Page 81: ...field or the low engine oil level warning lamp comes on a malfunction has occurred to the system Perform the engine oil level check with the dipstick If no oil leaks are noted continue to drive to the nearest Mercedes Benz Center to have the system checked Engine oil consumption Engine oil consumption checks should only be made after the break in period During the break in period higher oil consum...

Page 82: ... indicator in lamp switch comes on Rear fog lamp pull out to second detent in addition to the front fog lamps Yellow indicator in lamp switch comes on Standing lamps When the vehicle is parked on the street the standing lamps right or left side parking lamps can be turned on making the vehicle more visible to passing vehicles The standing lamps cannot be operated with the key in steering lock posi...

Page 83: ... license plate lamps are automatically switched on When shifting from a driving position to position N or P the low beam switches off 2 seconds delay Vehicles with manual transmission With the engine running the low beam headlamps includes parking lamps side marker lamps taillamps and license plate lamps are automatically switched on For nighttime driving the exterior lamp switch should be turned ...

Page 84: ... right 5 Turn signals left To signal minor directional changes such as changing lanes on a highway move combination switch to the point of resistance only and hold it there To operate the turn signals continuously move the combination switch past the point of resistance up or down The switch is automatically canceled when the steering wheel is turned to a large enough degree Turn signal failure If...

Page 85: ...ly for single wipe without adding washer fluid use only when windshield is wet Push past detent and hold to activate wiper and washer 7 Windshield wiper 0 Wiper off I Intermittent wiping II Normal wiper speed III Fast wiper speed Note The windshield washer reservoir hoses and nozzles are automatically heated For windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio see page 195 6 7 P54 25 2303 26 ...

Page 86: ...mple due to snow switch off the wipers For safety reasons before removing ice or snow remove key from steering lock Remove blockage Activate combination switch again key in steering lock position 1 Hazard warning flasher switch The hazard warning flasher can be activated manually via the switch located in the dashboard To activate hazard warning flasher press switch once To deactivate press switch...

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Page 88: ...ide window defroster outlet turn wheel up to open 10 Center air outlets adjustable 11 Side air outlet adjustable 12 Windshield air outlet 13 Side window defroster outlet adjustable The system is always at operational readiness except when manually switched off The climate control only operates with the engine running The temperature selector should be left at the desired temperature setting The te...

Page 89: ... prevent windows from fogging up Set air distribution control switch to position shown above Turn defroster outlets for side windows to the detent position Open center air outlets as desired Basic setting air conditioner Select temperature for each side of the passenger compartment Select air volume with control Q switch at least to position 1 to start the air conditioner Set air distribution cont...

Page 90: ...on P Close center air outlets Close left and right side air outlets Turn defroster outlets for side windows to the detent position Defogging windows Windows fogged up on inside Switch off economy mode S Indicator lamp goes out Switch off air recirculation O Indicator lamp goes out Set air distribution control switch to position c Increase air volume with control switch Close center and right side ...

Page 91: ...terior is shut off While driving use this setting only temporarily otherwise the windshield could fog up Rear window defroster Turn key in steering lock to position 2 To select press F button To cancel press F button again Note Heavy accumulation of snow and ice should be removed before activating the defroster The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power To keep the battery drain to a m...

Page 92: ... system automatically engages the recirculated air mode for approximately 30 minutes thereby increasing the cooling capacity performance Press O button again to extend the recirculated air mode Residual engine heat utilization REST With the engine switched off it is possible to continue heating the interior for a short while Air volume is controlled automatically Select temperature for each side o...

Page 93: ...tside air enters the passenger compartment through the air distribution system Note Keep the air intake grille in front of windshield free of snow and debris Important This vehicle is equipped with an air conditioner system that uses R 134a HFC hydrofluorocarbon as a refrigerant Repairs should always be performed by a qualified technician and refrigerant should be collected in a recovery system fo...

Page 94: ...ident system settings should be entered with the vehicle at standstill and systems should be operated by the driver only when traffic conditions permit Always pay full attention to traffic conditions first before operating system controls while driving Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph approximately 50 km h your car is covering a distance of approximately 50 feet approximately 14 m every...

Page 95: ...e mode selector see page 106 3 Seek see page 97 100 and 104 4 Radio mode selector see page 97 5 Tune see page 97 and 98 Fast forward reverse see page 101 and 104 6 CD mode selector see page 103 7 Display panel see page 99 8 Alpha numeric keypad for station storage and frequency entry see page 98 CD Track access see page 103 and 105 optional telephone see page 106 9 Function button see page 98 and ...

Page 96: ...lby see page 101 CD random repeat see page 105 11 Tape mode selector see page 99 Anti theft system If the power supply to the radio has been interrupted CODE will appear on the display when it is next switched on The radio will only work after the five digit code has been entered using the buttons on the right hand control panel The code number is shown on the Radio code card supplied with the rad...

Page 97: ... reappear on the display The correct code must be entered once again If an incorrect code is entered three times WAIT will appear on the display and the radio will be locked out for about 10 minutes Note The lock out time will only count down if the radio is left switched on Button and soft key operation In these instructions the alpha numeric keypad right side of radio face and the function butto...

Page 98: ...ly after one hour to conserve vehicle battery power Adjusting the volume Turn the control knob turning the knob clockwise will increase the volume counterclockwise will decrease the volume Audio functions The AUD key is used to select the BASS TREBLE and BALANCE functions Settings for bass and treble are stored separately for the cassette and CD modes Tone level settings are identified by the vert...

Page 99: ...e AUD key repeatedly until BALANCE appears in the display Press the L key to move the sound to the left speaker or the R key to move the sound to the right speaker Centering all audio functions Push and hold down the AUD key All audio functions bass treble and balance are set to center or flat positions and the volume is adjusted to a pre set level ...

Page 100: ...ss either the or button Step by step tuning in ascending or descending order of frequency will take place The first three tuning steps will take place without muting The radio will then be muted and high speed tuning will take place until the button is released The following tuning intervals will be shown on the display Seek tuning Press either the or button The radio will tune to the next receiva...

Page 101: ...eypad The 0 button corresponds to location 10 Weatherband WB channels 1 to 7 can be retrieved via the alpha numeric keypad and are preset at the factory Storing stations Hold the number button down for approximately 2 seconds The currently displayed frequency is stored on the selected station button The storage procedure is confirmed by a short signal tone Retrieving a station from memory Press th...

Page 102: ...te setting the balance to the full left or full right speakers Important If the display is in the down position for more than 20 seconds 2 successive beeps will be heard This will continue at 5 second intervals until the display is returned to its normal position The radio will switch to cassette mode Track 1 will be played and SIDE 1 displayed Track 1 is the side of the cassette which is facing u...

Page 103: ...tinue at 5 second intervals until the display is returned to its normal position Track selection Press the track selection TRK key The current track will be displayed as SIDE 1 or SIDE 2 The track will be changed automatically at the end of the tape Track search forwards backwards Press the button SEEK FWD will be shown on the display and the track search will run the tape forwards to the start of...

Page 104: ...ess the SC key Each track on the cassette will be played for 8 seconds in ascending order Note The beginning of a track can only be located if there is a break of at least 4 seconds between tracks Scan will be interrupted if the buttons or the SC key is pressed Dolby NR 1 noise reduction system To enable optimum reproduction of cassettes recorded using the Dolby B system press the AUD key followed...

Page 105: ...re driving over rough roads Handle CDs carefully to prevent interference during playback Avoid fingerprints and dust on CDs Do not write on the CDs or apply any label to the CDs Clean CDs from time to time with a commercially available cleaning cloth No solvents anti static sprays etc should be used Replace the CD in its container after use Protect CDs from heat and direct sunlight 1 Optional equi...

Page 106: ...ine will be ejected Remove the magazine Pull out the CD tray until its stop is reached and place the CDs in the recess of the tray label side up Push the tray into the magazine in the direction shown by the arrow Insert the loaded magazine into the changer Important Close the door after the magazine has been inserted Playing CDs Press the CD button The CD most recently played will start at the poi...

Page 107: ...een playing for less than ten seconds it will revert to the preceding track To skip several tracks the respective button must be pressed until the desired track is reached If the beginning or end of the CD is reached during the search the first or last track will be played Fast forward reverse Press the button and hold it down for audible fast forward Press the button and hold it down for audible ...

Page 108: ...lected Press the RDM key to switch on and press RDM again to switch off When the repeat function RPT has been selected a particular track can be played for as many times as desired Press the RPT key to switch on and press RPT again to switch off Note Both functions cannot be used simultaneously Direct track selection Tracks can be selected directly using the buttons on the alpha numeric keypad Pre...

Page 109: ...the phone s keypad 1 Optional equipment Entering telephone number and starting dialing process Enter the desired telephone number using the alpha numeric keypad The number can have up to 32 digits but only 13 of these can be displayed The dialing process is started by pressing the SND button The entered number can be corrected using the CLR key Press the CLR key briefly and the last digit will be ...

Page 110: ...e stored entries can be selected in numerical order using the or button By pressing the or buttons the stored entries can be selected in increments of 5 e g Entry no 2 Entry no 7 etc Placing a call When a number or a name has been selected using the method described above press the SND key Manual repeat dialing redial The last number entered can be re selected by pressing the SND key once and the ...

Page 111: ...inging tone is heard and the message CALL appears After the call has been terminated the previously selected audio source is resumed Terminating call A current call can be terminated by pressing the END key Component malfunctions The radio CD changer 1 and Mercedes Benz integrated cellular telephone 1 are part of a fiberoptic networked system Failure of one of the components can lead to malfunctio...

Page 112: ...ly press j or k Note The power windows can also be operated with the roof operation switch To do so push roof operation switch twice and hold P54 25 2031 26 Warning When closing the windows be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure The closing procedures can be immediately reversed by either pressing the switch k turning the key to the unlocking position or pr...

Page 113: ... is in steering lock position 2 2 Door contact off Interior lamps remain switched off even when opening a door 3 Interior lamp on Notes If a door remains open and the switch in position 1 the interior lamp switches off after approximately 5 minutes The trunk lamp is switched on and off with the interior lamp Night security illumination When exiting the vehicle after driving with the exterior lamps...

Page 114: ...h vanity mirror Swing sun visors down to protect against sun glare Interior Warning Do not use the driver s vanity mirror while driving P68 60 2024 26 Warning To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver exercise care when stowing things Put luggage or cargo in the trunk if possible Luggage nets cannot secure hard or heavy objects ...

Page 116: ...ith handle 2 To close Lower lid until it engages in lock Notes The storage compartment in the armrest is locked with the central locking system The storage compartment in the armrest cannot be locked with the central locking switch Additionally pockets can be found behind the seats and in the door panels Caution Keep compartment lids closed This will help to prevent stored objects from being throw...

Page 118: ...ically when hot Note The lighter socket can be used to accommodate electrical accessories up to maximum 85 W 1 P68 20 2170 27 Warning Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter they are extremely hot hold at knob only When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the steering lock Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Unsupervised ...

Page 119: ... heavy or fragile objects or objects having sharp edges in the parcel net In an accident during hard braking or sudden maneuvers they could be thrown around inside the vehicle and cause injury to vehicle occupants Warning The shelf behind the roll bars should not be used to carry objects This will prevent such objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occupants during an accident or sud...

Page 120: ...rcedes Benz Client Assistance Center in the USA only at 1 800 FOR MERCedes or Customer Service in Canada at 1 800 387 0100 For operation in the USA only This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause ...

Page 121: ...ons may be released the rapid flashing lamp indicates successful programming of the new frequency signal To program the remaining two buttons follow steps 1 through 4 Note If after repeated attempts you do not successfully program the integrated remote control device to learn the signal of the hand held transmitter the garage door opener could be equipped with the rolling code feature Rolling code...

Page 122: ...tinue to press and hold the integrated remote control transmitter button note steps 2 through 4 in the Programming portion while you press and re press cycle your hand held transmitter every two seconds until the frequency signal has been learned The indicator lamp will flash slowly and then rapidly after several seconds upon successful training Operation of remote control 1 Turn key in starter sw...

Page 123: ...a roof luggage carrier is installed To prevent damage to hardtop or luggage cargo when lowering the roof load trunk only to the height of the luggage cover do not permit luggage cargo to raise the closed luggage cover do not load anything on top of the luggage cover do not place anything on shelf behind roll bars Note To prevent the hardtop from being lowered unintentionally while a roof luggage c...

Page 124: ...x Important Do not manually move corner flaps of rear shelf Doing so will result in damage to the roof folding mechanism that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Prior to cleaning the rear window see page 237 Lowering Hardtop 1 Engage parking brake 2 Turn key in steering lock to position 2 P65 10 2102 26 1 P77 39 2030 26 ...

Page 125: ...nd the roll bars closes The trunk lid closes The indicator lamp in the hardtop switch goes out the opening procedure is completed If the hardtop switch is held or is released and slid back again within approximately 30 seconds the door windows will close However the door windows can also be closed opened later on Slide hardtop switch twice forward backward and hold The rear quarter windows cannot ...

Page 126: ...r lamp blinks slowly a malfunction has occurred in the system If indicator lamp blinks rapidly the trunk lid and or the luggage cover may be open and need to be closed The door windows lower The trunk lid opens rearward The hardtop is raised from its storage compartment simultaneously the shelf behind roll bars opens and rear quarter windows close The shelf behind the roll bars closes The trunk li...

Page 127: ...and let run while activating switch the system may be overloaded for example after lowering or raising the hardtop approximately 5 consecutive times after approximately 10 minutes the hardtop switch may be activated again If the indicator lamp continues to blink lock the hardtop manually see page 226 Have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Warning The ha...

Page 128: ...orage bag 1 located on wall behind the seat backrests and unfold 2 Attach straps to pins 2 3 Close snap buttons 3 4 Pull wind screen on molding over roll bars Note Pull on snap button head to open the snap button 3 1 4 2 P65 00 2046 26 Warning The wind screen can restrict the driver s vision to the rear of the vehicle To prevent a possible accident at time of limited sight distance e g darkness th...

Page 129: ...ight side holders To open compartment Unhook guide rod from holders and guide luggage cover into storage compartment Important To prevent damage to hardtop or luggage cargo when lowering the roof load trunk only to the height of the luggage cover 3 do not permit luggage cargo to raise the closed luggage cover 4 do not load anything on top of the luggage cover 5 do not place anything on shelf behin...

Page 130: ...42 Manual transmission 143 Automatic transmission 144 Parking brake 153 Driving instructions 154 Drive sensibly Save Fuel 154 Drinking and driving 154 Pedals 154 Power assistance 155 Brakes 155 Driving off 156 Parking 156 Tires 157 Snow chains 160 Winter driving instructions 160 Block heater 162 Deep water 162 Passenger compartment 162 Traveling abroad 162 Cruise control 163 Brake assist system BA...

Page 131: ...transmitter operation instructions regarding use of an external antenna Warning Please do not forget that your primary responsibility is to drive the vehicle Only operate the radio or telephone1 if road and traffic conditions permit Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph approximately 50 km h your vehicle is covering a distance of approximately 50 feet approximately 14 m every second Warning ...

Page 132: ...recommended to brake the vehicle by manually shifting to a lower gear We recommend that you select positions 3 2 or 1 only at moderate speeds for hill driving After 1 000 miles 1 500 km speeds may be gradually increased to the permissible maximum Maintenance Approximately 30 days or 2000 miles 2000 km prior to the next recommended service the remaining distance or days are displayed in the main od...

Page 133: ...he vehicle s battery is charged and properly connected not damaged and cellular and GPS coverage is available To activate press the SOS button the Roadside Assistance button or the Information button depending on the type of response required Shortly after the completion of your Acquaintance Call you will receive a user ID and password via first call mail By visiting www mbusa com and selecting Te...

Page 134: ... connection between the Response Center and the occupants of the vehicle will be established automatically soon after the emergency call has been initiated When a voice connection is established the audio system mutes The Response Center will attempt to determine more precisely the nature of the accident provided they can speak to an occupant of the vehicle The Tele Aid system is available if it h...

Page 135: ...cy call manually Briefly press on cover 1 the cover will open Press the SOS button 2 briefly for longer than 2 seconds The indicator lamp in the SOS button 2 will flash until the emergency call is concluded Wait for a voice connection to the Response Center Close the cover 1 after the emergency call is concluded P54 30 3044 26 1 SOS P54 30 3045 26 2 ...

Page 136: ...ing charges may apply Refer to the Roadside Assistance manual for more information These programs are only available in the USA Sign and Drive services Services such as jump start a few gallons of fuel or the replacement of a flat tire with the vehicle spare tire are obtainable Remote Vehicle Diagnostics This function permits the Mercedes Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher to download malfunction...

Page 137: ...ect to availability of cellular and GPS signals A voice connection between the Client Assistance Center representative and the occupants of the vehicle will be established Information regarding the operation of your vehicle the nearest Mercedes Benz Center or Mercedes Benz USA products and services is available to you For more details concerning Tele Aid please visit www mbusa com and use your ID ...

Page 138: ...s vehicle identification number or client information is not available the operator may need to retransmit During this time you will hear a chirp and voice contact will be interrupted Voice contact will resume once the retransmission is completed Once a call is concluded a chirp will be heard and the appropriate indicator lamp will stop flashing The audio system operation will resume Important If ...

Page 139: ...le if the relevant cellular phone network is available The SOS button will flash to indicate receipt of the door unlock command Once the vehicle is unlocked a Response Center specialist will attempt to establish voice contact with the vehicle occupants If the trunk handle was pulled for more than 20 seconds before door unlock authorization was received by the Response Center you must wait 15 minut...

Page 140: ... system may not function and if this occurs assistance must be summoned by other means Warning The Tele Aid control unit is located under the driver s seat If there is accumulation of water or other liquid in this area the Tele Aid control unit could suffer an electrical short circuit making the system inoperative In this case the indicator lamp in the SOS button does not illuminate during or rema...

Page 141: ...wing our recommended maintenance instructions as outlined in your Service Booklet Caution To prevent damage to the catalytic converters use only premium unleaded gasoline in this vehicle Any noticeable irregularities in engine operation should be repaired promptly Otherwise excessive unburned fuel may reach the catalytic converter causing it to overheat which could start a fire Warning As with any...

Page 142: ...uthorized technicians Engine adjustments should not be altered in any way Moreover the specified service jobs must be carried out regularly according to Mercedes Benz servicing requirements For details refer to the Service Booklet Warning Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide and inhaling it can cause unconsciousness and lead to death Do not...

Page 143: ...g the key or with the key in steering lock position 0 the selector lever is locked in position P 1 Steering is unlocked If necessary move steering wheel slightly to allow the key to be turned clockwise to position 1 Most electrical consumers can be operated For detailed information see respective subjects 2 Driving position 3 Starting position See page 142 for instructions on starting and turning ...

Page 144: ...is limited It is therefore recommended that you turn off unnecessary electrical consumers while driving in stop and go traffic This precaution helps to avoid draining of the battery Unnecessary strain on the battery and charging system may be minimized by turning off the following power consumers for example Heated seats rear window defroster Caution To prevent accelerated battery discharge and a ...

Page 145: ...empts have the system checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center Vehicles with manual transmission Do not depress accelerator Fully depress clutch pedal otherwise the engine cannot be started due to the integrated safety interlock Turn key in steering lock clockwise to the stop Release key only when the engine is firing regularly Important Due to the installed starter nonrepeat feature...

Page 146: ...lso turn front wheel towards the road curb Downshifting gears leading to overrevving the engine can result in transmission damage that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Do not exceed engine speed limits see page 74 4 1 6 5 1 3 R 4 R 4 6 1 3 5 2 2 P26 60 2053 26 Warning On slippery road surfaces as well as high engine speeds never downshift in order to obtain braking action This ...

Page 148: ...position from N or P wait a moment to allow the gear to fully engage before accelerating especially when the engine is cold Accelerator position Partial throttle early upshifting normal acceleration Full throttle later upshifting rapid acceleration Kickdown depressing the accelerator beyond full throttle downshifting to a lower gear maximum acceleration Once the desired speed is attained ease up o...

Page 149: ...alternately shift from forward to reverse while applying only slight partial throttle Rocking a vehicle free in this manner may cause the ABS or traction system malfunction indicator lamp to come on Turn off and restart the engine to clear the malfunction indication Warning Getting out of your vehicle with the selector lever not fully engaged in position P is dangerous Also when parked on an incli...

Page 150: ...with the vehicle stopped The park position is not intended to serve as a brake when the vehicle is parked Rather the driver should always use the parking brake in addition to placing the selector lever in park to secure the vehicle Notes The key can be removed from the steering lock only with the foot off the brake pedal and the selector lever in position P With the key removed the selector lever ...

Page 151: ...shifts through 5th gear Position D provides optimum driving characteristics under all normal operating conditions Gear selection for special circumstances The transmission gear ranges for special circumstances can be selected by pressing the selector lever to the right or the left with the selector lever in position D The gear range currently selected is indicated in the instrument cluster display...

Page 152: ...ration The delayed upshift is effective with vehicle speeds below 31 mph 50 km h at partial throttle and engine temperatures below 95 F 35 C To avoid overrevving the engine when the selector lever is moved to a lower gear range the transmission will not shift to a lower gear if the engine s revolutions per minute limit would be exceeded In this case there will be no downshift even when the vehicle...

Page 153: ...ce the transmission does not shift higher than 3rd gear this gear selection will allow use of the engine s braking power downhill Upshift through 2nd gear only For driving in mountainous regions or under extreme operating conditions This gear selection will allow use of the engine s braking power when descending steep grades Use this position which makes maximum use of the engine s braking effect ...

Page 155: ...istics change with the selection of the program mode Dependent on the program mode selector switch position S or W and the gear selector lever in position R the ratio of power transmission changes Emergency Operation Limp Home Mode If vehicle acceleration worsens or the transmission no longer shifts the transmission is most likely operating in Limp Home Mode which engages when there is a malfuncti...

Page 156: ...ushing lock button 2 and guide lever downward to its stop The brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster should go out A warning sounds if you start to drive without having released the parking brake Also see brake warning lamp on page 179 P42 20 2052 27 2 1 Warning When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the steering lock and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unatten...

Page 157: ... at regular intervals by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Fuel consumption is also increased by driving in cold weather in stop and go traffic on short trips and in hilly country Drinking and driving Pedals Warning Drinking or taking drugs and driving can be a very dangerous combination Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs can affect your reflexes perceptions and judgement The possibility of ...

Page 158: ...gine is not running the brake and steering systems are without power assistance Under these circumstances a much greater effort is necessary to stop or steer the vehicle Warning After driving in heavy rain for some time without applying the brakes or through water deep enough to wet brake components the first braking action may be somewhat reduced and increased pedal pressure may be necessary to o...

Page 159: ...fic Warm up the engine smoothly Do not place full load on the engine until the operating temperature has been reached When starting off on a slippery surface do not allow one drive wheel to spin for an extended period with the ESP switched off Doing so may cause serious damage to the drive train which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Parking Warning To reduce the risk of person...

Page 160: ... tread circumference and become visible at a tread depth of approximately 1 16 in 1 5 mm at which point the tire is considered worn and should be replaced The tread wear indicator appears as a solid band across the tread Warning If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance or you suspect that possible damage to your vehicle has occurred you should turn on the hazard warning flash...

Page 161: ... with new tires Reduce vehicle speed avoid track grooves in the road and apply brakes cautiously in the rain Warning Do not allow your tires to wear down too far As tread depth approaches 1 16 in 1 5 mm the adhesion properties on a wet road are sharply reduced Depending upon the weather and or road surface conditions the tire traction varies widely Warning Do not drive with a flat tire A flat tire...

Page 162: ...ow or ice covered Tire speed rating Vehicles without Sport Package Your vehicle is factory equipped with V rated tires which have a speed rating of 149 mph 240 km h Vehicles with Sport Package only Your vehicle is factory equipped with Z rated tires which are permissible for speeds over 149 mph 240 km h Despite the tire rating local speed limits should be obeyed Use prudent driving speeds appropri...

Page 163: ...structions The most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt acceleration braking and steering maneuvers Do not use the cruise control system under such conditions When the vehicle is in danger of skidding move selector lever to position N or in case of manual transmission declutch Try to keep the vehicle under control by corrective steering action Road sal...

Page 164: ... ambient temperature A well charged battery helps to ensure that the engine can be started even at low ambient temperatures Tires We recommend M S rated radial ply tires on all four wheels for the winter season Observe permissible maximum speed for M S rated radial ply tires and the legal speed limit Note In winter operation the maximum effectiveness of the antilock brake system ABS or electronic ...

Page 165: ...g damage to electrical components or wiring to engine or transmission that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Passenger compartment Traveling abroad Abroad there is a widely spread Mercedes Benz service network at your disposal If you plan to travel into areas which are not listed in the index of your Mercedes Benz Center directory you should request pertinent information from yo...

Page 166: ...Decelerate and set Depress lever briefly to set speed Hold lever down to decelerate Normally the vehicle is accelerated to the desired speed with the accelerator Speed is set by briefly pushing the lever to position 1 or 2 The accelerator can then be released The speed can be increased e g for passing by using the accelerator After the accelerator is released the previously set speed will be resum...

Page 167: ...ed If the cruise control cancels by itself and remains inoperative until the engine is restarted have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible 4 Resume If the lever is briefly pushed to position 4 when driving at a speed exceeding approximately 25 mph 40 km h the vehicle resumes the speed which was set prior to the cancellation of the cruise control The last m...

Page 168: ...ransmission The set cruise controlled speed is switched off when declutching exceeds four seconds during downshifting a gear Nevertheless in some cases you may have to step on the brake pedal to slow down In this case the cruise control is switched off Use the lever to resume the previously set speed Warning Only use the cruise control if the traffic and weather conditions make it advisable to tra...

Page 169: ...rakes very quickly results in maximum BAS assistance To receive the benefit of the system you must apply continuous full braking power during the stopping sequence Do not reduce brake pedal pressure Warning BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can it increase braking efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the tra...

Page 170: ...en detected in either system As a result it is possible that now only partial engine output will be available and pressing the accelerator pedal will require more effort If the BAS malfunctions the brake system functions in the usual manner but without BAS If the charging voltage falls below 10 volts the malfunction indicator lamp comes on and the BAS is switched off When the voltage is above this...

Page 171: ...rake pedal while experiencing the pulsation Continuous steady brake pedal pressure results in applying the advantages of the ABS namely braking power and ability to steer the vehicle In the case of an emergency brake maneuver keep continuous full pressure on the brake pedal In this manner only can the ABS be most effective On slippery road surfaces the ABS will respond even with light brake pedal ...

Page 172: ... lamp comes on and the ABS is switched off When the voltage is above this value again the malfunction indicator lamp should go out and the ABS is operational If the malfunction indicator lamp stays illuminated have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Note To alert following vehicles to slippery road conditions you discover operate your hazard warning flas...

Page 173: ...sible While driving ease up on the accelerator Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions Do not switch off the ESP Caution If the vehicle is towed with the front axle raised see page 214 the engine must be shut off key in steering lock position 0 or 1 Otherwise the ESP will immediately be engaged and will apply the rear wheel brakes Warning ESP cannot prevent the natural laws ...

Page 174: ...cedes Benz Center as soon as possible With the ABS malfunctioning the ESP is also switched off Driving the vehicle with varied size tires will cause the wheels to rotate at different speeds therefore the ESP may activate yellow ESP warning lamp in speedometer dial comes on For this reason all wheels including the spare wheel must have the same tire size When testing the parking brake on a brake te...

Page 175: ...lamp v located in the speedometer dial is continuously illuminated With the ESP system switched off the engine torque reduction feature is cancelled Therefore the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP is unavailable Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions A portion of the ESP system remains active even with the switch in the OFF position If one drive wheel loses traction...

Page 176: ...at any vehicle speed as soon as the tires lose traction and the wheels begin to spin To return to the enhanced vehicle stability offered by ESP press lower half of the switch the ESP warning lamp in the speedometer dial goes out Important If the ESP warning lamp flashes during take off apply as little throttle as possible while driving ease up on the accelerator Warning ESP should not be switched ...

Page 177: ...unit cuts out do not top up or overfill Leaving the engine running and the fuel cap open can cause the CHECK ENGINE lamp to illuminate Fuel tank capacity approximately 15 8 US gal 60 0 l This includes approximately 2 1 US gal 8 0 l reserve Use premium unleaded gasoline Posted Octane Index 91 Average of 96 RON 86 MON Warning Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous It burns violently and can caus...

Page 178: ...essure refer to tire pressure label inside the fuel filler flap Air conditioner R 134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant see page 252 Bulbs High and low beams Halogen H7 55 W fog lamps H1 55 W turn signal lamps parking and standing lamps front 2357 NA 28 5 8 3 W 30 2 2 cp side marker lamps front 5 W 4 cp stop lamps 1154 21 W 32 cp backup lamps 1154 21 W 32 cp turn signal lamps rear 1156 NA 21 ...

Page 179: ...d washer and headlamp cleaning system For refilling reservoir see page 195 2 Coolant level See Adding coolant on page 194 3 Engine oil level See Checking engine oil level on page 193 and Engine oil level indicator on page 77 4 Brake fluid See Brake fluid on page 254 Opening hood see page 190 Vehicle lighting Check function and cleanliness For replacement of light bulbs see Exterior lamps on page 2...

Page 180: ... restraint system SRS indicator lamp 180 Fuel reserve and fuel cap placement warning 181 Electronic stability program ESP warning lamp 181 BAS ESP malfunction indicator lamp 181 ABS malfunction indicator lamp 182 Telescoping steering column warning lamp 182 Low engine coolant level warning lamp 183 Low windshield and headlamp washer system fluid level warning lamp 183 Low engine oil level warning ...

Page 181: ...es we recommend that you have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible If the CHECK ENGINE lamp comes on continuously and or the vehicle is not driving normally serious damage can occur to the emission system Please contact your authorized Mercedes Benz Center immediately The Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection SFI control module monitors emission control comp...

Page 182: ...engine is running The brake warning lamp will come on when there is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir engine running and parking brake released or when the parking brake is set engine running Note If you find that the minimum mark on the brake fluid reservoir is reached have the brake system checked for brake pad thickness and leaks Warning Driving with the brake warning lamp illuminated c...

Page 183: ...n seat belts Supplemental restraint system SRS indicator lamp The operational readiness of the airbag system is verified by the indicator lamp SRS in the instrument cluster when turning the key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 If no fault is detected the lamp will go out after approximately 4 seconds after the lamp goes out the system continues to monitor the components and circuitry of the air...

Page 184: ...ng lamp continues to blink after closing the fuel cap correctly have the fuel system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Leaving the engine running and the fuel cap open can also cause the CHECK ENGINE lamp to illuminate see also page 178 Electronic stability program ESP warning lamp The yellow ESP warning lamp in the speedometer dial comes on with the key in steeri...

Page 185: ...he BAS and ESP are also switched off Both malfunction indicator lamps come on with the engine running If the charging voltage falls below 10 volts the malfunction indicator lamp comes on and the ABS is switched off When the voltage is above this value again the malfunction indicator lamp should go out and the ABS is operational Have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soo...

Page 186: ...g system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Note Do not drive without coolant in the cooling system The engine will overheat causing major engine damage Monitor the coolant temperature gauge while driving Low windshield and headlamp washer system fluid level warning lamp With the key in steering lock position 2 the warning lamp comes on It should go out when the en...

Page 187: ...t in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty In addition to the warning lamp the engine oil level should be periodically checked with the dipstick for example during a fuel stop or before a long trip see page 193 Charge indicator lamp Should the charge indicator lamp fail to come on prior to starting when the key is in steering lock position 2 or should it f...

Page 188: ...is switched on If a brake lamp fails the lamp failure indicator will come on when applying the brake and stays on until the engine is turned off Note If additional lighting equipment is installed e g auxiliary headlamps etc be certain to connect into the fuse before the failure indicator monitoring unit in order to avoid damaging the system Additional function indicator lamps in the odometer displ...

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Page 190: ...ent 196 Vehicle jack 197 Wheels 198 Tire replacement 198 Rotating wheels 199 Spare wheel 200 Spare wheel bolts 201 Changing wheels 202 Inflating the collapsible spare tire 207 Storing spare wheel in wheel well 208 Tire inflation pressure 209 Battery 210 Jump starting 212 Towing the vehicle 214 Transmission selector lever manually unlocking 217 Exterior lamps 218 Headlamp assembly 219 Taillamp asse...

Page 191: ...uit Spare fuses are supplied inside the main and auxiliary fuse boxes Observe amperage and color of fuse A special fuse puller is supplied with the vehicle tools Always use a new fuse for replacement Never attempt to repair or bridge a blown fuse After replacing a blown fuse close fuse box cover A fuse chart can be found inside the corresponding fuse box cover Warning To help avoid personal injury...

Page 192: ...es for interior consumers To gain access to the main fuse box 1 release clamp arrow lift the fuse box cover up and remove it To close the main fuse box engage back end of cover and let front end snap into place 2 Auxiliary fuse box to left of exterior lamp switch fuses for lights To gain access turn locks arrows using a coin and remove cover 1 P82 00 2050 26 P82 00 2064 26 2 ...

Page 193: ...restart after the engine has been turned off Stay clear from fan blades The engine is equipped with a transistorized ignition system Because of the high voltage it is dangerous to touch any components ignition coils spark plug sockets diagnostic socket of the ignition system with the engine running while starting the engine if ignition is on and the engine is turned manually If you see flames stea...

Page 194: ...tion To avoid damage to the windshield wipers or hood open the hood only with wipers in the parked position Pull handle 2 up and open hood Lower hood and let it drop into lock from a height of approximately 1 ft 30 cm assisting with hands placed flat on edges of hood 3 To avoid hood damage please make sure that hood is fully closed If not repeat closing procedure Do not push down on hood to attemp...

Page 195: ...ic transmission fluid level The transmission has a permanent fill of automatic transmission fluid Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks and changes are not required For this reason the dipstick is omitted If you notice fluid loss or gear shifting malfunctions have your authorized Mercedes Benz Center check the transmission fluid level ...

Page 196: ...ne allowing for the oil to return to the oil pan Wipe oil dipstick clean prior to checking the engine oil level Fully insert dipstick in tube and remove after three seconds to obtain accurate reading Oil level must be between the lower min and upper max mark of the dipstick Fill quantity between upper and lower dipstick marking level is approximately 2 1 US qt 2 0l Do not overfill the engine Exces...

Page 197: ... block and at the bottom of the radiator P20 20 2052 26 Warning In order to avoid possible serious burns or injury Use extreme caution when opening the hood if there are any signs of steam or coolant leaking from the cooling system or if the coolant temperature gauge indicates that the engine is overheated Do not remove pressure cap on coolant reservoir if engine temperature is above 194 F 90 C Al...

Page 198: ...sher Concentrate and water or concentrate commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent antifreeze depending on ambient temperatures Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and water 1 part S to 100 parts water 40 ml S to 1 gallon water For temperature below freezing MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and comm...

Page 199: ...l and wheel bolts 4 Air pump electric 12 V Bolts for spare wheel rim 5 Vehicle jack Raise roof open luggage cover and move aside trunk floor To remove air pump Unbuckle strap and remove air pump from holder To remove spare wheel First remove air pump then turn pump holder counterclockwise and remove spare wheel To store spare wheel Place spare wheel in wheel well and secure it with pump holder Tur...

Page 200: ...ively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack tubes built into either side of the vehicle To help avoid personal injury use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack Keep hands and feet away from the area under the lifted vehicle Always firmly set parking brake and block wheels before raising vehicle with jack Do not dise...

Page 201: ... Tire replacement Tires should be replaced in sets Rims and tires must be of the correct size and type For dimensions see page 249 We recommend that you break in new tires for approximately 60 miles 100 km at moderate speed It is imperative that the wheel mounting bolts be fastened to a tightening torque of 80 ft lb 110 Nm whenever wheels are mounted For rim and tire specifications see page 249 Wa...

Page 202: ...e the driving properties deteriorate Important Unidirectional tires must always be mounted with arrow on tire sidewall pointing in direction of vehicle forward movement Notes Thoroughly clean the inner side of the wheels any time you rotate the wheels or wash the vehicle underside The use of retread tires is not recommended Retread tires may adversely affect the handling characteristics and safety...

Page 203: ...4 1 2 B x 16 H 2 with inflatable collapsible tire size 165 70 16 92 P You should inflate the spare tire using the supplied air pump In the case of a flat tire you may temporarily use the spare wheel while observing the following restrictions Do not exceed vehicle speed of 50 mph 80 km h Drive to the nearest tire repair facility to have the flat tire repaired or replaced as appropriate Do not opera...

Page 204: ...bolt for AMG wheel rim size 7 1 2 J x 17 H 2 and 8 1 2 J x 17 H 2 Wheel bolt for spare wheel rim size 4 1 2 B x 16 H 2 2 Wheel bolt for spare wheel rim size 4 1 2 B x 15 H 2 located with tire air pump Note Wheel bolts 2 must be used when mounting spare wheel rim size 4 1 2 B x 15 H 2 2 1 P40 10 2154 26 Warning Be sure to use the original length wheel bolts when remounting the original wheel after ...

Page 205: ... in front of and one behind the wheel that is diagonally opposite to the wheel being changed The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack tubes built into either side of the vehicle To help avoid personal injury use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack Keep hands and feet away from the are...

Page 206: ...dex 4 Using the wrench loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts 5 Remove the protective cover from the jack support tube opening by inserting the screwdriver supplied in the tool kit in the opening and prying it out The tube openings are located directly behind the front wheel housings and in front of the rear wheel housings ...

Page 207: ...jack on firm ground Position the jack so that it is always vertical plump line as seen from the side see arrow even if the vehicle is parked on an incline 7 Jack up the vehicle until the wheel is clear of the ground Never start engine while vehicle is raised 8 Unscrew upper most wheel bolt and screw in alignment pin 4 supplied in the tool kit Remove the remaining bolts Keep bolt threads protected ...

Page 208: ...rfaces of wheel and wheel hub Install wheel on wheel hub Insert proper wheel bolts and tighten them snugly Unscrew the alignment pin 4 to install the last wheel bolt 11 Inflate collapsible spare tire See next page for detailed instructions Important When installing spare wheel with collapsible tire make certain to use the correct wheel bolts supplied in the vehicle tool kit To avoid paint damage p...

Page 209: ...l should be returned to the wheel well 13 Using the wrench tighten the five bolts evenly following the sequence illustrated until all bolts are tight Observe a tightening torque of 80 ft lb 110 Nm 14 Ensure proper tire pressure Warning Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged or rusted Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired immediately Incorrect mo...

Page 210: ...rical plug Observe instructions on air pump label 3 Unscrew tire valve cap from spare wheel tire valve 4 Screw filler hose onto tire valve 5 Plug air pump electrical plug into vehicle cigar lighter 6 To switch on air pump turn key in steering lock to position 1 Important Do not start engine P40 10 2124 26 1 0 4 5 6 max 6 min A 170 584 01 38 AIR COMPRESSOR 2 3 Mercedes Benz 2 3 2 1 1 2 5 bar 36 psi...

Page 211: ...el in wheel well Deflate spare tire 1 Unscrew valve stem removal tool which is a part of the valve cap from tire valve 2 Using the valve stem removal tool open tire valve slightly by turning the tire valve insert counterclockwise to release air pressure 3 When the tire air pressure has been released remove tire valve insert protect it from dirt and sand using the previously removed tire valve cap ...

Page 212: ...ecified air pressure 3psi 0 2 bar Tire pressures listed for light loads are minimum values offering high driving comfort Increased inflation pressures for heavy loads produce favorable handling characteristics with lighter loads and are perfectly permissible The ride of the vehicle however will become somewhat harder Tire temperature and pressure increase with the vehicle speed Tire pressure shoul...

Page 213: ...s Overinflating tires can result in sudden deflation blowout because they are more likely to become punctured or damaged by road debris potholes etc Follow recommended inflation pressures Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified vehicle capacity weight as indicated by the label on the driver s door latch post Overloading the tires can overheat them possibly causing a blowout Warning Fa...

Page 214: ...t When removing and connecting the battery always make sure that all electrical consumers are off and the key is in steering lock position 0 The battery must always be securely installed when the vehicle is in operation During removal and installation always protect the disconnected battery positive terminal with the cover attached to the battery While the engine is running the battery terminal cl...

Page 215: ...le Jump starting with more powerful battery could damage the vehicle s electrical systems which will not be covered by the Mercedes benz Limited Warranty The battery is located in the engine compartment Warning Failure to follow these directions will cause damage to the electronic components and can lead to a battery explosion and severe injury or death Never lean over batteries while connecting o...

Page 216: ...ne end of the second jumper cable to the grounded negative terminal of the charged battery and the final connection to a grounded heavy metal bracket in the engine compartment or on the engine of the disabled vehicle Important 5 Start engine of the vehicle with the charged battery and run at high idle Make sure the cables are not on or near pulleys fans or other parts that will move when the engin...

Page 217: ... on the passenger side behind the grille in the bumper panel Grille removal for SLK 320 except Sport Package version Hold left and right end of grille 1 and pull out Grille removal for SLK 230 except Sport Package version Hold grille 2 fold it down and pull out firmly Grille installation for all except Sport Package version Position grille and press in securely Model SLK 320 except Sport Package M...

Page 218: ...mpy roads will damage the lower edge of the front bumper cover Use wheel lift dolly or flat bed equipment with key in steering lock turned to position 0 Towing restrictions for vehicles with automatic transmission The vehicle may be towed with all wheels on the ground and the selector lever in position N for distances up to 30 miles 50 km and at a speed not to exceed 30 mph 50 km h The key must be...

Page 219: ...e door locks from locking deactivate the automatic central locking Note To signal turns while being towed with hazard warning flasher in use turn key in steering lock to position 2 and activate combination switch for left or right turn signal in usual manner only the selected turn signal will operate Upon canceling the turn signal the hazard warning flasher will operate again Caution If the vehicl...

Page 220: ...selector lever can be manually unlocked e g when towing the vehicle To do so insert a pin 1 e g ball point pen into the covered opening below the position D of the shift pattern While pushing the pin down move selector lever from position P After removal of the pin from the opening the cover will not close fully Only after moving the selector lever to positions D and D does the cover return to its...

Page 221: ...12 volt bulbs with the specified watt rating When replacing halogen bulbs do not touch glass portion of bulb with bare hands Use plain paper or a clean cloth Warning Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas A bulb can explode if you touch or move it when hot drop the bulb scratch the bulb Wear eye and hand protection Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps it is dangerous to replace the bulb or repair...

Page 222: ...uster display Practical hints Car care Index Headlamp assembly 1 Bulb socket for turn signal parking and standing lamp 2 Headlamp cover with locking tab 3 Electrical connector for low beam headlamp bulb 4 Electrical connector for high beam headlamp bulb 2 P82 10 2351 26 1 P82 10 2352 26 3 4 ...

Page 223: ...or 3 or 4 Unhook clamping ring and pull out bulb together with clamping ring Remove bulb Insert new bulb seating properly in cutouts of bulb socket mount clamping ring Reinstall and push electrical connector on securely Reinstall cover 2 Xenon bulb for low beam D2R 35W Warning Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps it is dangerous to replace the bulb or repair the lamp and its components We recomm...

Page 224: ...l kit into hole for release lever 5 Move screwdriver sideways toward radiator and then rearward Remove the released lamp assembly Twist bulb socket 1 counterclockwise and pull out Push bulb into socket turn counterclockwise and remove Insert new bulb in socket push in and twist clockwise Reinstall bulb socket To reinstall lamp assembly slide its tabs 6 into guides 7 continue to push lamp in until ...

Page 225: ...ail parking and standing lamp 67 5W 4 cp bulb 4 Backup lamp 1154 21 W 32 cp bulb 5 Driver s side Rear fog lamp 1155 21W 32 cp bulb Open trunk lid Remove cover in right side panel and first aid kit in left side panel Twist bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out Push bulb into socket turn counterclockwise and remove Insert new bulb in socket push in and twist clockwise Reinstall bulb socket and c...

Page 226: ...ocket turn counterclockwise and remove Insert new bulb in socket push in and twist clockwise Insert bulb socket with bulb in lamp and twist clockwise To reinstall lamp set back end of lamp into bumper and let front end snap into place High mounted stop lamp Additional turn signals on the exterior mirror The high mounted stop lamp 3rd brake lamp and the additional turn signals on the exterior mirro...

Page 227: ...ontrol Checking batteries If the transmit button Œ or is pressed longer than 1 second the battery check lamp in the transmitter eye 1 lights up briefly indicating that the batteries are in order Change batteries if the battery check lamp does not light up briefly Changing batteries Unfold master key from holder by pressing key release button 2 Pull off battery cover 3 ...

Page 228: ...ycling of batteries is the preferred method of disposal For disposal please follow manufacturer s recommendation on battery package Replacement Battery Lithium type CR 2025 or equivalent Synchronizing remote control The system may have to be resynchronized if the transmitter is without voltage for several minutes To synchronize system aim transmitter eye at vehicle and briefly press transmit butto...

Page 229: ...e chart as ENGINE EMERGENCY OFF The fuse chart is also located in the vehicle tool kit see page 196 For fuses see page 188 Raising hardtop manually In case of malfunction the hardtop can also be raised manually This procedure should be performed with great care by 2 persons Prior to raising the hardtop manually make certain that all points listed under Retractable Hardtop see page 120 were observe...

Page 230: ...ench turn screw 1 of the hydraulic pump counterclockwise to its stop Keep wrench with you for later use in closing and locking the hardtop Important Do not operate the hardtop switch with screw 1 in the opened position otherwise the hydraulic pump could be damaged 5 Expose left and right side cables 2 The cables are located behind the left and right side trunk trim panel covers P65 10 2104 26 2 1 ...

Page 232: ... below on lower section of hardtop 4 and pull hardtop out of its storage compartment 10 With rear section of roof 5 in a vertical position place hands on rear section of roof as shown and guide pins 6 of roof front section into windshield frame 4 P65 10 2108 26 Warning Do not place your hands in areas marked X Serious personal injury may occur P65 10 2109 26 5 6 ...

Page 233: ... To close hardtop Insert hex socket wrench and turn clockwise 7 to its stop To lock hardtop Turn wrench counterclockwise 8 to its stop 12 Close trunk lid by placing flat hands near edges arrows Notes The rear quarter windows cannot be closed Have the hardtop operation checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible 8 7 P65 10 2115 26 SOS P65 10 2111 26 ...

Page 234: ...ury Removal Fold wiper arm forward Tilt wiper blade downward Press safety tab 1 push wiper blade downward 2 and remove Place wiper blade on firm support Press down both tabs with a screw driver and slide direction of arrow the wiper blade insert out of the retainer claws Installation Slide direction of arrow wiper blade insert into retainer claws until tabs are engaged Slide wiper blade into end o...

Page 235: ...lade is properly installed An improperly installed wiper blade may cause windshield damage Antenna To prevent damage or diminished radio reception after reinstallation the non retractable antenna should not be removed The antenna is automatic car wash safe Manual release of fuel filler flap The manual release knob is located behind cover 1 in the right slide trunk panel In case the central locking...

Page 236: ... painted body components 235 Tar stains 235 Engine cleaning 236 Vehicle washing 236 Headlamps taillamps turn signal lenses 237 Window cleaning 237 Rear window cleaning 237 Wiper blades 238 Light alloy wheels 238 Instrument cluster 238 Steering wheel and gear selector lever 239 Cup holder 239 Hard plastic trim items 239 Plastic and rubber parts 239 Headliner and shelf behind roll bars 239 Upholster...

Page 237: ...her damage Any damage should be repaired as soon as possible to prevent the start of corrosion In doing so do not neglect the underside of the vehicle A prerequisite for a thorough check is a washing of the underbody followed by a thorough inspection Damaged areas need to be reundercoated Your vehicle has been treated at the factory with a wax base rustproofing in the body cavities which will last...

Page 238: ...Never use a round nozzle to power wash tires The intense jet of water can result in damage to the tire Always replace a damaged tire Always keep the jet of water moving across the surface Do not aim directly at electrical parts electrical connectors seals or other rubber parts Paintwork painted body components Mercedes Benz approved Paint Care should be applied when water drops on the paint surfac...

Page 239: ... any wax Vehicle washing Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle in direct sunlight Use only a mild car wash detergent such as Mercedes Benz approved Car Shampoo Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a diffused jet of water Direct only a very weak spray towards the ventilation intake Use plenty of water and rinse the sponge and chamois frequently Rinse with clear water and thoroughly wipe dry with a...

Page 240: ...tion on all glass surfaces An automotive glass cleaner is recommended Rear window cleaning The corner flaps of the rear shelf partially cover the rear window This prevents the window from being fully cleaned with the hardtop closed Important Do not manually move corner flaps of rear shelf Doing so will result in damage to the roof folding mechanism that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited ...

Page 241: ...indow Wiper blades Clean the wiper blade rubbers with a clean cloth and detergent solution Light alloy wheels Mercedes Benz approved Wheel Care should be used for regular cleaning of the light alloy wheels If possible clean wheels once a week with Mercedes Benz approved Wheel Care using a soft bristle brush and a strong spray of water Follow instructions on container Note Use only acid free cleani...

Page 242: ...re Plastic and rubber parts Do not use oil or wax on these parts Headliner and shelf behind roll bars Clean with soft bristle brush or use a dry shampoo cleaner in case of excessive dirt Upholstery Using aftermarket seat covers or wearing clothing that have the tendency to give off coloring e g when wet etc may cause the upholstery to become permanently discolored By lining the seats with a proper...

Page 243: ...Car care Index Seat belts The webbing must not be treated with chemical cleaning agents Use only clear lukewarm water and soap Do not dry the webbing at temperatures above 176 F 80 C or in direct sunlight Warning Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them In a crash they may not be able to provide adequate protection ...

Page 244: ...e parts service 242 Warranty coverage 242 Identification labels 243 Layout of poly V belt drive 245 Technical data 248 Fuels coolants lubricants etc capacities 252 Engine oils 254 Engine oil additives 254 Air conditioner refrigerant 254 Brake fluid 254 Premium unleaded gasoline 255 Fuel requirements 255 Gasoline additives 256 Coolants 256 Consumer information 258 ...

Page 245: ... Mercedes Benz could damage the vehicle which damage is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty or compromise its durability or safety Warranty coverage Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Information booklet and your authorized Mercedes Benz Center will exchange or repair any defective parts originally installed on the vehicle in...

Page 246: ...truments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Identification labels 1 Certification Label and Paintwork No 2 Vehicle Identification No VIN 3 Engine No 1 P63 20 2446 26 P62 10 2022 26 3 2 ...

Page 247: ...ment cluster display Practical hints Car care Index 4 VIN visible lower edge of windshield 5 Emission control label 6 Information Label California version Vacuum line routing for emission control system When ordering spare parts please specify vehicle identification and engine number ...

Page 248: ...ressor routing belt I The engine is equipped with two poly V belts 1 Crankshaft 2 Air conditioner compressor 3 Power steering pump 4 Coolant pump SLK 230 Kompressor routing belt II For dimensions of the poly V belts see page 248 5 Idler pulley 6 Generator alternator 7 Idler pulley 8 Idler pulley 9 Supercharger P13 20 2007 26 9 6 8 7 4 1 5 3 2 5 3 2 9 6 8 4 1 7 P13 20 2008 26 ...

Page 249: ...luster display Practical hints Car care Index SLK 230 Kompressor routing combined belts I and II 1 Crankshaft 2 Air conditioner compressor 3 Power steering pump 4 Coolant pump 5 Idler pulley 6 Generator alternator 7 Idler pulley 8 Idler pulley 9 Supercharger 9 6 8 7 4 1 5 3 2 P13 20 2009 26 ...

Page 250: ...strument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index SLK 320 belt routing 1 Automatic belt tensioner 2 Crankshaft 3 Air conditioner compressor 4 Generator alternator 5 Idler pulley 6 Power steering pump 7 Coolant pump For dimensions of the poly V belt see page 248 6 5 1 2 3 7 4 ...

Page 251: ...iston displacement 140 1 cu in 2295 cm3 195 2 cu in 3199 cm3 Compression ratio 8 8 1 10 1 Output acc to SAE J 1349 190 hp 5300 rpm 142 kW 5300 rpm 215 hp 5700 rpm 160 kW 5700 rpm Maximum torque acc to SAE J 1349 200 ft lb 2500 rpm 270 Nm 2500 rpm 229 ft lb 3000 rpm 310 Nm 3000 rpm Maximum engine speed 5800 rpm 6000 rpm Firing order 1 3 4 2 1 4 3 6 2 5 Poly V belt 1870 mm routing I early model 1875...

Page 252: ...ackage SLK 320 Except Sport Package SLK 230 KOMPRESSOR SLK 320 Sport Package Rims and summer tires Rims front axle light alloy rims Wheel offset 7 J x 16 H 2 1 46 in 37 mm 7 J x 16 H 2 1 46 in 37 mm 71 2 J x 17 H 2 1 46 in 37 mm Rims rear axle light alloy rims Wheel offset 8 J x 16 H 2 1 18 in 30 mm 8 J x 16 H 2 1 18 in 30 mm 81 2 J x 17 H 2 1 18 in 30 mm Radial ply tires front axle rear axle 205 ...

Page 253: ... snow chains Model SLK 230 KOMPRESSOR SLK 320 Rims and winter tires Rims light alloy Wheel offset 7 J x 16 H 2 1 46 in 37 mm 7 J x 16 H 2 1 46 in 37 mm Radial ply tires 205 55 R 16 91 H M S 205 55 R 16 91 H M S Spare wheel Rim light alloy Wheel offset 41 2 B x 15 H 2 0 47 in 12 mm 41 2 B x 16 H 2 0 47 in 12 mm Collapsible tire 165 15 89 P 2 165 70 16 92 P 2 ...

Page 254: ... Starter motor 12V 1 1 kW 12V 1 7 kW Battery 12V 74 Ah 12V 74 Ah Spark plugs Electrode gap Tightening torque Bosch F 7 KTCR 0 039 in 1 0 mm 15 22 ft lb 20 30 Nm Bosch F 8 DPER Beru 14 FGH 8 DPUR X 2 NGK PFR 5 11 0 039 in 1 0 mm 15 22 ft lb 20 30 Nm Trunk load max 220 lb 100 kg Overall vehicle length 157 9 in 4010 mm Overall vehicle width 67 5 in 1715 mm Overall height 50 4 in 1279 mm Wheel base 94...

Page 255: ...city Fuels coolants lubricants etc Engine with oil filter SLK 230 SLK 320 6 1 US qt 5 5 l 8 5 US qt 8 0 l Recommended engine oils Automatic transmission 8 5 US qt 8 0 l Automatic transmission fluid Manual transmission SLK 230 SLK 320 1 6 US qt 1 5 l 1 9 US qt 1 8 l Transmission oil Rear axle 1 4 US qt 1 3 l Hypoid gear oil SAE 90 85 W 90 Power steering approx 1 1 US qt 1 0 l MB Power steering flui...

Page 256: ... 8 US gal 60 0 l approx 2 1 US gal 8 0 l Premium unleaded gasoline Posted Octane 91 Avg of 96 RON 86 MON Air conditioner system R 134a refrigerant and special PAC lubricant Never R 12 1 Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and water for temperatures above freezing or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent antifreeze for temperatures below...

Page 257: ... Damage or malfunctions resulting from blending oil additives are not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Air conditioner refrigerant R 134a HFC refrigerant and special PAG lubricating oil is used in the air conditioner system Never use R 12 CFC or mineral based lubricating oil otherwise damage to the system will occur Brake fluid During vehicle operation the boiling point of the brake f...

Page 258: ...is fully loaded or operating in mountainous terrain Fuel requirements Use only Premium unleaded meeting ASTM standard D 439 The octane number posted at the pump must be 91 min It is an average of both the Research R octane number and the Motor M octane number R M 2 This is also known as ANTI KNOCK INDEX Unleaded gasoline containing oxygenates such as Ethanol IPA IBA and TBA can be used provided th...

Page 259: ...oor fuel quality or from blending specific fuel additives are not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Coolants The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion antifreeze which provides corrosion protection freeze protection boiling protection by increasing the boiling point The cooling system was filled at the factory with a coolant providing freeze protection to approximately...

Page 260: ...reeze Your vehicle contains a number of aluminum parts The use of aluminum components in motor vehicle engines necessitates that anticorrosion antifreeze coolant used in such engines be specifically formulated to protect the aluminum parts Failure to use such anticorrosion antifreeze coolant will result in a significantly shortened service life Therefore the following product is strongly recommend...

Page 261: ...ction width For example All passenger vehicle tires must conform to federal safety requirements in addition to these grades Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a t...

Page 262: ...Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the mini...

Page 263: ...Antitheft alarm system 35 Aquaplaning 158 Ashtrays 114 Audio system 91 Anti theft system 93 Button and soft key operation 94 Cassette mode 99 CD changer 103 CD mode 102 Operating and display elements 92 Operating safety 91 Operation audio and telephone 91 Radio mode 97 Telephone operation 106 Automatic central locking 31 Automatic transmission 144 Emergency Operation 152 Fluid level 192 Program mo...

Page 264: ... lid 35 General notes 24 Locking and unlocking 26 Remote control 22 25 224 Vehicle keys 22 Changing wheels 202 Inflating the collapsible spare tire 207 Storing spare wheel in wheel well 208 Charge indicator lamp 184 Check engine malfunction indicator lamp 178 Check regularly and before a long trip 176 Checking engine oil level Via engine oil level 77 Via oil dipstick 193 Child restraint 44 50 51 6...

Page 265: ...inking and driving 154 Drive sensibly Save Fuel 154 Driving instructions 154 Driving off 156 E Electronic stability program ESP 170 Control switch 172 Malfunction indicator lamp 181 Synchronizing 171 Warning lamp 181 Emergency call See Tele Aid 130 Emergency engine shut down 226 Emergency release for trunk lid 35 Emergency tensioning retractor ETR 52 SRS indicator lamp 180 Emergency unlocking in c...

Page 266: ...amp assembly 219 High mounted stop lamp 223 Low and high beam 220 Parking lamps 221 222 Replacing bulbs 218 Side marker lamp front 223 Standing lamps 221 222 Taillamp assemblies 222 Turn signal lamps 221 222 F First aid kit 188 Flexible service system FSS 75 FSS indicator lamp 71 185 Fuel Gasoline additives 256 Premium unleaded gasoline 174 253 255 Fuel cap placement warning 181 Fuel filler flap M...

Page 267: ...eaning system 80 Headlights 79 Heated seats 42 Hood 190 I Identification labels 243 Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 70 178 Infant and child restraint systems 61 Inflating the collapsible spare tire 207 Information call See Tele Aid 130 Instrument cluster 68 Activating 72 Indicator lamps 70 Malfunction and indicator lamps 178 Instrument lamps 72 Instruments and controls 16 Interior Genera...

Page 268: ...olant level warning 183 Luggage cover 126 M Maintenance 129 Malfunction and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 178 Manual transmission 143 Mirror exterior adjusting 65 Mirror exterior rear view 65 Mirror inside rear view 64 N Night security illumination 110 O On board diagnostic system 178 Operator s manual 6 Outside temperature indicator 73 Overhead control panel 19 P Panic button 27 Parce...

Page 269: ...ion REST 89 Retractable hardtop 120 Roadside assistance 8 Roadside assistance call See Tele Aid 130 S Safety guidelines for the seat belt emergency tensioning retractor and airbag 59 Seat belts 44 Fastening 46 Seat belt nonusage warning system 45 Unfastening 48 Warning lamp 180 Seat belts and integrated restraint system 44 Seats 38 Power seats 38 Seat heater 42 Service indicator See Flexible servi...

Page 270: ...gs in the vehicle 188 Sun visors 111 Supplemental restraint system SRS 51 Indicator lamp 180 SRS malfunction 54 Synchronizing remote control 225 T Tachometer 74 Technical data 248 Electrical system 251 Main Dimensions 251 Rims Tires 249 Weights 251 Tele Aid 130 Emergency calls 131 Information 134 Initiating an emergency call manually 132 Roadside Assistance 133 Telephones and two way radio 128 Tel...

Page 271: ...ked 33 Trunk lid Emergency release 35 Release switch 33 Turn signal failure 81 Turn signals 81 V Vanity Mirror 111 Vehicle jack 197 Vehicle tools 196 W Warranty Coverage 242 Washing the vehicle 236 What you should know at the gas station 174 Wheels 198 Changing 202 Light alloy wheels 238 Rims and tires 249 Rotating 199 Spare wheel 200 Where to find it 11 Wind screen 125 Windshield and headlamp was...

Page 272: ... We reserve the right to modify the technical details of the vehicle as given in the data and illustrations of this Operator s Manual Reprinting translation and copying even of excerpts is not permitted without our prior authorization in writing Title illustration no P00 00 2865 26 Press time10 31 00 MBUSA TI Printed in the U S A Warning To help avoid personal injury be extremely careful when perf...

Page 273: ...Order No 6515 3238 13 Part No 170 584 1896 USA Edition C 2001 ...

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